2007 Lexus LS vs. 2009 Nissan Altima
To start off, 2009 Nissan Altima is newer by 2 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2007 Lexus LS. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2007 Lexus LS would be higher. At 4,608 cc (8 cylinders), 2007 Lexus LS is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2007 Lexus LS (376 HP @ 6400 RPM) has 218 more horse power than 2009 Nissan Altima. (158 HP @ 5200 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2007 Lexus LS should accelerate faster than 2009 Nissan Altima. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2007 Lexus LS weights approximately 616 kg more than 2009 Nissan Altima. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 2007 Lexus LS is rear wheel drive (RWD), it offers better handling in dry conditions; in addition, if you are looking to drift, it will be much easier to do with 2007 Lexus LS. However, in wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2009 Nissan Altima, being front wheel drive (FWD), will offer much better control with better grip. With that said, do keep in mind that many other factors such as speed and the wear on your tires can also have significant impact on traction and control. Let's talk about torque, 2007 Lexus LS (493 Nm @ 4100 RPM) has 273 more torque (in Nm) than 2009 Nissan Altima. (220 Nm @ 2800 RPM). This means 2007 Lexus LS will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2009 Nissan Altima.
Compare all specifications:
| 2007 Lexus LS | 2009 Nissan Altima | |
| Make | Lexus | Nissan |
| Model | LS | Altima |
| Year Released | 2007 | 2009 |
| Body Type | Sedan | Sedan |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 4608 cc | 2487 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 376 HP | 158 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6400 RPM | 5200 RPM |
| Torque | 493 Nm | 220 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4100 RPM | 2800 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline / Electric Hybrid |
| Drive Type | Rear | Front |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 4 doors | 4 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1945 kg | 1329 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 5040 mm | 4830 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1470 mm | 1800 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1880 mm | 1480 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2980 mm | 2780 mm |
| Fuel Consumption Overall | 11.3 L/100km | 6.9 L/100km |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 84 L | 76 L |
